i-dle received positive reviews after completing their first performance at Lollapalooza Chicago with strong live energy and an ambitious stage production.
The group performed on the festival’s main T-Mobile stage at Grant Park in Chicago on July 31 local time.
Entertainment outlet Allkpop praised the performance, stating that i-dle “captivated thousands of festivalgoers with a powerful live performance and an energy-filled setlist.”
The outlet added, “i-dle delivered an overwhelming performance at Lollapalooza, featuring rock-inspired arrangements, dynamic choreography, and carefully planned stage production.”
Their approximately 60-minute set included 16 songs, moving smoothly between darker and more dramatic tracks and upbeat festival favorites.
The group performed popular songs including Super Lady, TOMBOY, Queencard, Wife, and Mono, featuring skaiwater. They also presented Gimme Dat Love and Crow from their ninth mini album, along with Morning and K/DA’s POP/STARS.
The review highlighted the group’s confidence, detailed setlist, cinematic production, and live energy, describing the show as “one of the most outstanding K-pop performances at this year’s festival.”
Despite heavy rain, i-dle completed the performance with a large team of dancers and maintained energetic stage presence throughout the show.
Meanwhile, i-dle will continue their 2026 i-dle World Tour: Syncopation with concerts at Galaxy Arena in Macau on August 29 and 30.